How to do it:

From Table Pose (on hands and knees), inhale and reach tailbone up towards the ceiling, arching the spine and letting the belly drop down.

2.

Spread fingers wide apart and press palms into the floor.

3.

Drop shoulders down from the ears and extend your head towards the ceiling as far as possible without straining. Look as high as you can toward the ceiling without straining.

4.

Breathe and hold for 4-8 breaths.

5.

To release, exhale and straighten your back, returning to the Table Pose.

Special considerations:

Avoid this exercise if you have had a recent injury to the back, hips, arms or shoulders, or if you have had a recent pregnancy or abdominal surgery. Place a folded blanket under the knees to protect them.